1982 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 652 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2604 mm |
